BIOEB305-23B (HAM)

Marine Ecology

15 Points

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The University of Waikato
Academic Divisions
Division of Health Engineering Computing & Science
School of Science
Ecology, Biodiversity and Animal Behaviour

Staff

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Convenor(s)

Conrad Pilditch

Conrad Pilditch
9393
R.2.21
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conrad.pilditch@waikato.ac.nz

Lecturer(s)

Joanne Ellis

Joanne Ellis
E.2.19
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joanne.ellis@waikato.ac.nz

Administrator(s)

: klaus.reiter@waikato.ac.nz

Placement/WIL Coordinator(s)

Tutor(s)

Student Representative(s)

Lab Technician(s)

Librarian(s)

: anne.ferrier-watson@waikato.ac.nz

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What this paper is about

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This paper deals with the ecology of marine organisms and processes influencing marine ecosystems. A wide range of ecosystems are considered, in order to stress the diverse nature of the marine environment. There is also an emphasis on detecting change due to human activities on marine systems. As a consequence, statistics of ecological surveys and experiments are an integral part of the paper.
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How this paper will be taught

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This paper is taught through via live lectures (available online), computer laboratories/tutorials and a compulsory two day field trip (unless absence has been agreed with the Paper Convener). Please note this not an online/net course - the computer laboratories which will assist you with the assignments are not recorded and attendance while not compulsory is highly recommended.

Please note: Compulsory two day field trip: Saturday Jul 29 and Sunday Jul 30, 0700-1400 h both days

Please note: Laboratories do not run every week - please check the schedule below

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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • In a marine context discuss the significance of key ecological concepts as they apply to individuals, populations, communities and community interactions
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  • Demonstrate an understanding of the structure and functioning of major marine ecosystems and how human activities have altered them
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  • Understand the principles of conducting science in marine habitats including the design of surveys, monitoring programs and ecological field experiments
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  • In the field identify key flora/fauna of soft sediment and rocky shore habitats, undertake population assessments and estimates of community diversity
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  • Demonstrate an ability to organise, summarise and analyse statistically field data
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  • Interpret and communicate results from ecological data that is integrated with current literature in the form of a written scientific paper
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Assessments

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How you will be assessed

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The dates indicated for assessment procedures will normally be adhered to. Any changes to the dates will be made in consultation with the class at least one week prior to the original date. Individuals handing in work late must gain approval from the appropriate lecturer otherwise they will be penalised at 5 % per day.

Because we take issues relating to academic honesty and plagiarism seriously, we expect students in this paper to submit all internal assessment items in hard copy and via Turnitin (accessed through Moodle), a programme that identifies similarities between an individual's work and the papers, books and websites in the Turnitin database. Turnitin results may show where students need extra learning support, as well as sometimes providing the evidence for any disciplinary action. A hard copy of all assignments must also be deposited at the locations described below.

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 50:50. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 50% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 50:50 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 50% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Moodle quiz (1)
28 Jul 2023
11:30 PM
3
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Field trip quiz
30 Jul 2023
3:00 PM
4
  • Other: Hand in at end of field trip
3. Data analysis assignment
8
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
4. Moodle quiz (2)
3
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
5. Field trip 1 report
18
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
6. Moodle quiz (3)
3
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
7. Moodle quiz (4)
13 Oct 2023
11:30 PM
3
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
8. Field trip 2 report
18
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
9. Exam
40
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Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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